Senior Lead Software Engineer (Advanced Technology Solutions)

Celestica

Penang

On-site

MYR 180,000 - 260,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Celestica is expanding its Design Centre in Penang, Malaysia, focusing on next‑gen networking, storage, and server technologies to power Cloud, AI, ML, Edge and 5G deployments worldwide. The Senior Lead Software Engineer will drive architecture, design and implementation across multiple market segments in highly regulated environments.

You will mentor teams and collaborate with global engineering groups to deliver robust embedded solutions.

Qualifications

Master or Bachelor’s Degree in Computer, Electronics Engineering, Embedded Software or similar field.
5–10 years of direct working experience in product design within a multi-disciplinary environment.
PhD applicants with fewer years of industry experience will be considered.
Fluent in both written and spoken English, ability to work with an international team.
Strong teamwork attitude, collaboration and communication skills.
Business travel possible (including overseas travel).
Self-motivated with the capability to drive development efforts to completion.
Passion for building a strong innovative team to produce a reliable embedded system.

Responsibilities

Lead the architecture, design and implementation of technical solutions in multiple market segments meeting customer and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers and customers to develop world-class products for regulated markets.
Familiar with software development processes to realize products on a product/system level.
Lead and execute product realization from concept stages through manufacturing transition.
Support development of technical proposals for customers, providing solutions and cost estimates.
Be recognised as a subject matter expert for one or more technical areas.

Skills

Embedded systems

C/C++/Rust

OS development

Software security

SDLC/testing

Threat modeling

IEC 62304/DO-178C

Education

Master's or Bachelor's in Computer/Electronics/Embedded Software

Tools

Static/Dynamic analysis tools

Job description

Senior Lead Software Engineer (Advanced Technology Solutions)

Leads the architecture, design and implementation of technical solutions in multiple market segments that meet customer and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to develop world‑class products in highly regulated markets.
Familiar with SW development processes & workflows to realize products on a product/system level.
With the relevant technical competencies, lead and execute product realization from conceptual stages all the way through the manufacturing transition.
Able to support the development of technical proposals for customers, providing technical solutions to realize concepts and estimating associated labor and material costs required.
Recognised subject matter expert for one or more technical areas. See Technical Competencies section.

Continuous Learning and Innovation

Always staying abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, regulations and best practices to contribute to the advancement of design best practices, procedures, quality, efficiency or the acquisition of new capabilities within the organization.
Passionate about solving complex issues and innovating under tight project requirements.

Design for Quality Assurance

Proficient in enforcing strict software quality standards (e.g., MISRA C/C++) and utilizing static/dynamic analysis tools to eliminate vulnerabilities early in the lifecycle.
Strong champion of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) best practices, including automated unit, integration, and system-level testing to ensure software robustness.

Technical Leadership

Demonstrate “People & Team Leadership Behaviors” as per Celestica Leadership Imperatives. (Value Customers, Grow Talent, Drive Decisions, Build Partnerships, Develop Strategies).

Project Management (technical leadership context)

Ability to manage/lead complex engineering projects in-discipline and also on a cross-functional level. Demonstrate solid understanding of the technical, financial and people aspects of the project.
Able to create a project/change management plan and ensure the project is delivered within the assigned time and budget. Ability to recognize project barriers and develop mitigation plans.

Right-the-First Time Lean and Quality mindset.

The following competencies are fundamental for this role: Coaching/Mentoring; Communication/Negotiation/Presentation; Creative Problem Solving (8D/Corrective Actions), Customer/Stakeholder Management, and Agile methodologies.

Core Technical Expertise

Full-stack embedded systems architecture and development across multiple disciplines (Hardware, Cloud, and Mobile).
Mastery in at least one or more programming languages, e.g. C, C++, or Rust.
Deep knowledge in OS development such as RTOS and Linux Device Drivers development
Experience in software security processes like OS hardening and encryption.
Foundational electronics knowledge for circuit design and basic schematic reviews.
Proven experience driving software compliance and documentation in accordance with IEC 62304 (Medical) and/or DO-178C (Aerospace) is an added advantage.
Secure Architecture & Design: Implementation of secure boot, hardware-based roots of trust, and firmware resiliency principles (e.g., NIST SP800-193, IEC 62443-4-1, IEC 62443-4-2) for robust embedded systems.
Risk Management: Experience in conducting threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and implementing mitigation strategies for industrial control systems (ICS) and IoT environments.

Process and Methodologies

Proficiency in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) best practices, including unit and integration testing.
Expertise in requirements analysis and translation into technical specifications for software/hardware integration.

Leadership and Professional Skills

Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking for cross-domain hardware and software troubleshooting.
Strong technical leadership and customer-facing communication skills for global project coordination.

Job Requirements:

Master or Bachelor’s Degree in Computer, Electronics Engineering, Embedded Software or similar field.
Minimum 5-10 years of direct working experience in product design within a multi-disciplinary environment, having completed multiple product development cycles.
PHD applicants with fewer years of industry experience will be considered.
Fluent in both written and spoken English, ability to work with an international team.
Strong team work attitude, collaboration and communication skills.
Business travel possible (including overseas travel).
Self-motivated with the capability to drive development efforts to completion.
Passion for building a strong innovative team to produce a reliable embedded system that solves real-world problems.

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Headquartered in Toronto, Celestica Inc. is a global leader in high-reliability design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. We enable major brands to launch complex products in markets like Aerospace, Defense, HealthTech, and Industrial, driving a smarter, sustainable future.

In 2023, Celestica expanded its footprint with a new Design Centre in Penang, Malaysia. This strategic hub collaborates with our global engineering teams to develop cutting‑edge Hardware Platform Solutions. The Penang team focuses on next‑gen Networking, Storage, and Server technologies to power Cloud, AI, Machine Learning, Edge, and 5G deployments worldwide.

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